General Summary:

Under the supervision of a Chief Financial Officer at Harris County, the Sr. Financial Analyst Role is responsible for advanced and semi-complex analysis and financial modeling of budget and financial data for county departments and agencies and provide recommendations based on the results of the analysis conducted. In addition, this individual will also provide administrative support to the CFO including manage external and internal communication, maintain and refine processes and other supports as needs arises.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Budget Coordination: Assists in the development of annual budgets and ensure proper financial activities throughout the year
• Budget & Finance Analysis and Review: Perform and present financial analysis as needed. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholder to ensure policy compliance
• Financial Reporting: Provides timely and accurate reports and analysis of departments’ budget including, but not limited to, preparing quarterly projections that estimate future financial needs.
• Research: Researches budgeting best practices from benchmark counties and/or peer organizations and presents findings to team.
• Administrative: Provide the CFO administrative assistance including, managing external & internal communications.
• Financial Modeling and Analysis: Performs extensive financial modeling in support of the key county initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of budget or fiscal analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills; effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks/initiatives.
• Ability to work independently, quickly, flexibly, and accurately to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well with the public, County personnel, and external organizations; builds and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Effectively prioritizes, identifies, and solves problems.
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation, grammar, and writing skills.

Required Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in accounting, economics, finance, public policy or a related field AND Two (2) years of related professional work experience.
• Master's degree preferred

Hours:

• This is a full time, hybrid position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.

Salary:

• Salary Range: $70-95k per year (depending on experience and qualifications)

Benefits:

Harris County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for regular (full-time) employees, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 10 vacation days per year during the first five years of service (increases with tenure)
• 11 County holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care and Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Additional benefits may be available to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees:

• Retirement pension through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
• Transportation assistance through the Metro Ride Sponsor Program

Application Notice:

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual status updates. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by a recruiter. We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining our team.